How to Enjoy Your First Visit to the Maldives – Making the Most of an Idyllic Island Nation
- Pushpitha Wijesinghe
- Jul 19, 2021
- 3 min read
The Maldives is unquestionably counted amongst the world’s foremost holiday destinations. This reputation reflects the nation’s delightful tropical climate, lovely natural scenery and pleasantly laidback ambiance. While visiting the Maldives will be an appealing experience, there are some aspects that first-time visitors to these islands should take note of, including those mentioned below.
Splurge and prepare for the experience
Although affordable guesthouses and other budget facilities are available, it may be said that spending some money for a luxurious experience is for many the way to enjoy a holiday in these islands. Since your vacation will be a time to treasure, look to splurge and treat yourself and your loved ones to a stay at a Maldives all-inclusive water villa on a private island resort. You should also make the effort to plan out your holiday so that you will be able to make the most of the activities and attractions this destination offers. Also, by preparing your budget ahead of time, you will not have to worry too much about expenses after you arrive on the islands.
Consider the time to visit
When planning your Maldives holiday, an important consideration would be the time of year at which to visit the islands. You will find that the country experiences warm tropical weather throughout the year. However, there are two distinct seasons; namely the dry season and the rainy season. The dry season extending from December through March features optimal weather conditions for visitors and therefore may be regarded as the peak season for tourism. As you might expect, prices will be higher at this time of the year. On the other hand, you may also opt to visit the islands during the rainy season stretching from May to November as rains will only be sporadic and prices will be lower.
Take note of the culture and traditions
Since the Maldives happens to be an Islamic nation, you should be aware of the local culture and traditions. Tourists may not bring alcohol with them into the country or consume alcohol whilst on an inhabited island. However, private resorts and liveaboard boats are permitted to provide alcohol so it will be possible for you to enjoy a tipple.
If you desire to visit local inhabited islands, you must be modestly dressed; you should not be dressed in shorts that do not cover the knees and women should also cover their shoulders and elbows. Publicly, displays of affection are also not allowed on inhabited islands.
Engage in water sports

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There will be an array of water sports that you may engage in whilst visiting the Maldives. The islands are regarded as a great location for surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, kitesurfing and windsurfing. You may also undertake activities such as fun tubing, banana boating and parasailing, while jet-skiing, water-skiing and fishing are other popular pastimes. Since the Maldives boasts an outstanding marine environment, many visitors to the islands take the opportunity to go snorkelling or diving in the ocean too. A choice of accommodation to consider from where you could enjoy both these underwater activities and many more water sports would be Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives.
Enjoy other things to do
In the Maldives, you will also have the chance to undertake many other interesting things to do. A must-do experience would be embarking on a dolphin watching cruise which will take you out to sea to view these marine mammals in their natural environment. Another entrancing journey would be a sunset cruise so that you can admire the stunning tropical sunset. Many visitors also choose to enjoy spa treatments in the Maldives as you will find excellent spas at the resorts offering the perfect tranquil setting to find inner bliss.
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